Mohnish Pabrai - Dalal Street Investment Strategy (Sep 30, 2025)
As of Sep 30, 2025, the Dalal Street portfolio managed by Mohnish Pabrai demonstrates a sophisticated investment approach with 11 positions and an average holding period of 468 quarters. The strategy focuses on Basic Materials, Consumer Cyclical, Energy, Energy and Utilities, Financial Services, Technology sectors with a typical position size of 27.2% of the portfolio.
The portfolio's risk management approach includes a maximum position size of 27.23% and sector diversification of 6%, exemplified by the case study of WARRIOR MET COAL INC (HCC). This strategic framework provides insights into Mohnish Pabrai's investment philosophy, risk management practices, and long-term value creation approach.
Investment Strategy Metrics
Key metrics revealing investment style, risk management, and performance characteristics
| Metric | Value | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holding Period | 1.3 years | Style | Average duration positions are maintained |
| Position Count | 11 | Style | Number of active positions in portfolio |
| Position Size | 27.2% | Risk | Typical allocation per position |
| Win Rate | 48.5% | Performance | Percentage of profitable positions |
| Average Return | 47.0% | Performance | Mean return across positions |
| Sharpe Ratio | 0.30 | Performance | Return per unit of risk taken |
Investment Case Study: WARRIOR MET COAL INC (HCC)
12/31/2023 - 12/25/2025
Performance Metrics
Total Return: 163.76%
Holding Period: 725 days
Max Position Size: $114,541,245.00
Position Weight: 24.62%
Key Events
Investment Thesis
Entry Context: Initial position established based on fundamental analysis
Sector Conditions: Favorable market conditions in the sector
- Market volatility
- Sector-specific risks
Key Learnings
- Position sizing is critical for portfolio management
- Important to monitor sector exposure